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Undergraduate Programs

Why EPSS?

With a 3:1 student-to-faculty ratio and small class sizes, students receive personalized attention while engaging in hands-on learning through field trips, lab work, and research opportunities. By applying physics, chemistry, and biology, they gain valuable real world experience.

Explore Our Programs

  • Geophysics and Planetary Physics

    Geophysics and Planetary Physics

    Undergraduate major · B.S. Geophysics and Planetary Physics Geophysicists study the dynamics of the Earth and other planetary bodies, using applications of physics and math. Requirements Degree requirements are maintained in the UCLA General Catalog. Use the links below for the current official list — we do not re-copy them onto this page. UCLA General…

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  • Earth and Environmental Science

    Earth and Environmental Science

    Undergraduate major · B.A. Earth and Environmental Science Earth and environmental science students study the interactions between the solid Earth, climate, and human activities. Requirements Degree requirements are maintained in the UCLA General Catalog. Use the links below for the current official list — we do not re-copy them onto this page. UCLA General Catalog…

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  • Engineering Geology

    Engineering Geology

    Undergraduate major · B.S. Engineering Geology Engineering geologists learn to evaluate geologic hazards and study the Earth, emphasizing applications to civil and environmental engineering. Requirements Degree requirements are maintained in the UCLA General Catalog. Use the links below for the current official list — we do not re-copy them onto this page. UCLA General Catalog…

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  • Geochemistry

    Geochemistry

    Undergraduate minor Geochemistry Geochemists study the chemical composition and atomic structure of rocks, minerals, fossils, meteorites, the oceans, and our atmosphere through applications of mathematical models and chemistry. Requirements Official requirements live in the UCLA General Catalog. EPSS does not duplicate them here, so the catalog stays the source of truth. UCLA General Catalog 2026–2027…

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  • Geology

    Geology

    Undergraduate major · B.S. Geology Geologists study the structure and evolution of the Earth through rocks, minerals, and applications of fundamental physics and chemistry. Requirements Degree requirements are maintained in the UCLA General Catalog. Use the links below for the current official list — we do not re-copy them onto this page. UCLA General Catalog…

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Interested In NASA and Planetary Science?

UCLA EPSS participates in many NASA and JPL spacecraft missions, with opportunities for involvement at undergraduate and graduate levels.

Join EPSS and be part of NASA’s exploration of Mars, Venus, Titan, and more!

EPSS Nasa Missions

UCLA EPSS has led or been involved in:

Voyager 1&2
Apollo 11, 15, 17
Galileo
Cassini
JUNO
THEMIS-ARTEMIS
ELFIN CubeSats
Mars InSight & Perseverance Rover
Lunar Reconnaisance Orbiter (Diviner)
Parker Solar Probe
Europa Clipper

Department Testimonials

“I really enjoy this program, the research opportunities it has given me, and the familiarity I get to have with the faculty!”

“My experience has been amazing! Getting into research was wonderful, and the department was very welcoming.”